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PORTABLE GENERATOR MODEL NUMBER 42432 10006 Santa Fe Springs Road SAvE ThESE INSTRuCTIONS Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 Important Safety Instructions USA / 1-877-338-0999 MADE IN CHINA REV 42432-20111230 are included in this manual. www.championpowerequipment.com Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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42432 INTRODuCTION Introduction Accessories Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Champion Power Equipment manufactures and sells Power Equipment generator . CPE designs and builds accessories designed to help you get the most from generators to strict specifications . With proper use and your purchase .
. CAuTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
. Inform your electrical provider immediately if a loss of power would cause you or anyone in your household to experience a medical emergency . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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– Equipment sparks, smokes or emits flames A spark arrestor may be required . The operator – Equipment vibrates excessively should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Fuel Valve – Turn this valve to the “ON” position to Power Panel – See “Power Panel” section . supply fuel to the engine . Air Cleaner – Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
The generator rotor has a sealed, pre-lubricated ball NOTE bearing that requires no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing . The recommended oil type is 10W-30 4-cycle automotive oil . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
. CAuTION Failure to install the spark arrester may result in an increased risk of fire . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
. The engine is equipped with a low oil sensor that will prevent the engine from running when the oil level falls below a critical threshold . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Important: If the generator will be moved or stored turn the Fuel Valve to the “OFF“ position and ensure the Engine Switch on the Power Panel is in the “OFF“ position . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
5 . Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all management facility . excess oil . 6 . Place the fi lter in the assembly . 7 . Reattach the air fi lter cover and snap in place . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Failure to clean the spark arrester will result in Contact our helpline at 1-877-338-0999 to locate the degraded engine performance . nearest Champion Power Equipment certified service dealer for your generator or engine maintenance needs . Every 8 hours or daily...
. Crank the engine slowly to distribute the oil and lubricate the cylinder . 8 . Reattach the spark plug . 9 . Store the unit in a clean, dry place out of direct sunlight . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
10% by volume . Use 4-Cycle automotive oil . Oil capacity is 0 .42 qt . (0 .4 L) . Please reference the following chart for recommended oil types for use in the generator . REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
Faulty cords or device Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires . Replace defective device for further technical support: Technical Service Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT) Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999 tech@championpowerequipment .com REV 42432-20111230 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
. Warranty Qualifications Other Exclusions Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register this This warranty excludes: warranty upon receipt of your Warranty Registration Card – Cosmetic defects such as paint, decals, etc .
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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA.) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and state of California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission regulations.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year California small off-road engines (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
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You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed, along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment, Inc. to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business hours.